Best books to read about us history
Some of the best books to read about US history cover a wide range of topics, from the founding of the nation to key events like the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement. These books provide in-depth analysis and perspectives on the shaping of America, its leaders, and the struggles faced by different communities throughout history. Readers can gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and nuances of the country’s past through these insightful and well-researched works.
Battle Cry of Freedom by James M. McPherson is a comprehensive and engaging account of the American Civil War. It provides a detailed analysis of the political, social,…
Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin is a compelling account of Abraham Lincoln’s presidency and his relationships with his political rivals who eventually became his closest advisors….
Founding Brothers by Joseph J. Ellis explores the relationships and interactions among the key figures of America’s founding era. Through a series of vignettes, Ellis delves into the…
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot is a compelling non-fiction book that delves into the story of Henrietta Lacks, whose cells were unknowingly taken for…
Benjamin Franklin by Walter Isaacson is a comprehensive biography that delves into the life of one of America’s founding fathers. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Isaacson brings…
Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow is a comprehensive biography that delves into the life of one of America’s founding fathers. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Chernow brings…
The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson is a powerful narrative that chronicles the Great Migration of African Americans from the South to the North and West…
Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard is a gripping account of the assassination of President James A. Garfield and the medical malpractice that led to his death….
1776 by David McCullough is a gripping account of the pivotal year in American history when the nation declared its independence from Britain. Through meticulous research and vivid…
Grant by Ron Chernow is a comprehensive biography of Ulysses S. Grant, offering a detailed look at his military career and presidency during a critical period in American…
The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson is a gripping non-fiction book that intertwines the story of the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago with the chilling…